For students living on-campus, student accommodation is where the strata of much of their social lives plays out. Connections are made, learning is amplified, collective curiosity is nurtured, and the lives of residents intermingle with campus and broader community activity. An environment of support, comfort and inspiration can make all the difference the student journey.

Our vision for the new student residences at the University of Wollongong delivers a considered, contemporary solution—in synergy with the strengths and qualities of the campus, where learning and social opportunities are extended into the new residences. Stylish and spacious layouts defy traditional boxy student accommodation and invigorate a sense of vitality and social connection.

The design is based on the concept of a ‘tree house’, symbolising a home away from home, connected to playfulness and independence in creating new surroundings.

This concept is further emphasised through the introduction of identities in each of the three buildings: the City (B73), the Beach (B74), and the Bush (B75). These identities pay homage to Wollongong’s scenic and unique location while establishing a microcosm of the city within the environment. Each identity creates and supports “local communities” and provides a unique anchor point for new undergraduate students to connect with.